Dementia, a condition marked by declining cognitive abilities, has increasingly become a pressing public health concern. Its pervasive nature extends beyond the affected individuals, significantly impacting their families, caregivers, and the broader community. A dementia care plan, a well-strategized, personalized approach to address the varying needs of individuals living with dementia, is vital. This article [...]
In today's society where a growing portion of the population is above 65 years, the need for senior care, particularly those with conditions such as dementia or Alzheimers disease, has become an essential discussion point. This article delves into a tremendous concern - the memory care costs associated with in-home dementia care. We aim to [...]
Our homes are havens—a sanctuary where memories are made and cherished. For individuals experiencing memory loss, this place of comfort can be instrumental in preserving their cognitive abilities. This guide introduces you to the concept of in home memory care, a specialized care approach to dementia or Alzheimers disease designed to provide patients with a [...]
What is memory care? We refer to specialized care designed to meet the specific needs of individuals suffering from memory-related health conditions. This form of care aims to handle the symptoms and consequences of memory loss while providing an environment that boosts cognition and stimulates memory. Memory care plays a crucial role in the quality [...]
Confusion and forgetfulness are a normal part of growing older. We all know an elderly parent who can never remember where they put their glasses, and our grandparents may drive us mad by forgetting doctor’s appointments. Although cognitive decline is a side effect of old age, there are still ways that we keep our minds [...]
Nursing Home Technology Monitors Elder Activities Many of us are balancing the care of our aging parents and working full-time jobs, and taking care of our children. So, how do you monitor the activities of elderly parents? The advent of new-age technology has sensors, voice activation, GPS, Bluetooth, cellular connectivity via mobile phones, smartphone [...]
Learn more about how you can help your loved ones with in home care. What Causes Short Term Memory Loss? Short-term memory loss can be caused in a variety of ways. Some medications, like antidepressants, antihistamines, and anti-anxiety medications, muscle relaxants, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, and pain medications taken after surgery, could be contributing risk factors to [...]
Learn more about how you can help your loved ones with in home care. When Should You Move To Memory Care? Finding a memory care facility or assisted living center for your loved ones is never something that you look forward to. Sadly, there is a great need for memory care centers, with over 30,000 assisted [...]
According the National Council on Aging (NCOA), 6 out of 10 elders, defined as anyone 60 and over, have experienced some form of abuse. The World Health Organization estimates an even higher number. Studies cited by the NCOA, find that victims of elder abuse are more likely to die prematurely than other older adults. To […]
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 7 in 10 adults over the age of 65 will require long-term care at some point in their lives. Another statistic reads that 68% of older adults in residential care or nursing homes have some degree of cognitive impairment. With those facts [...]